1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 9 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |
