1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 31 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta.
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, 2009 Renault Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
