1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 436 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
