1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 256 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta, 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1959 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Floride |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
