1976 Renault 15 vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | 15 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
