1976 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
