1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 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), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Beta | Laguna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |