1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 200 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.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Beta | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
