1957 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 284 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Beta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |