1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
