1972 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
