1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Beta | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |