1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 32 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Duster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
