1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1982 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
