1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 374 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Beta | 307 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |