1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 192 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Beta | 9 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |