1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta.
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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | 15 | Beta |
Year Released | 1945 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |