Renault 20 (1975 – 1984) vs Lancia Beta (1975 – 1982): specs compared
Both offer around 116 hp at most. The Lancia Beta is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 10.2 s against 11.6 s. The Renault 20 uses less fuel, from 7.9 L/100 km against 9.3 L/100 km. The Lancia Beta is the lighter car, from 1,145 kg against 1,175 kg. At 4,521 mm, the Renault 20 is 200 mm longer than the Lancia Beta.
| Specification |
Renault
20
1975 – 1984
|
Lancia
Beta
1975 – 1982
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | France | Italy |
| Documented years | 1975 – 1984 | 1975 – 1982 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 6 | 2 |
| Fuel | Diesel, Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | FWD | FWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 64 – 116 hp | 100 – 115 hp |
| Torque | 124 – 180 Nm | 134 – 176 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 11.6 – 20.6 s | 10.2 – 11.9 s |
| Top speed | 146 – 179 km/h | 170 – 180 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.9 – 10.0 L/100 km | 9.3 – 9.9 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,521 mm | 4,321 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,709 mm |
| Height | 1,440 mm | 1,400 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,540 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,175 – 1,250 kg | 1,145 – 1,165 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.