1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Beta | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |