1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 444 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
