1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1997 Renault Laguna is newer by 24 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 192 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta.
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, 1973 Lancia Beta (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
