1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 250 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, 1985 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
