1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 188 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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, 1978 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 309 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
