1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 16 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 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (106 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Renault 21 (159 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 21 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
