1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 32 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Logan weights approximately 27 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, 2010 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Logan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
