1991 Renault Express vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 216 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 1979 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 1979 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Renault | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
