1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
