1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 306 is newer by 16 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 24 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, 1995 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1995 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | 306 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |