1973 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | GS | Beta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |