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 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 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 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 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 | 1995 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 34 L |
