1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 255 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Beta | Renown |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
