1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 13 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Beta | 19 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |