1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1976 Renault 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
