1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 10 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
