1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1984 Renault Siete is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 187 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Siete |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
