1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Espace |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
