1974 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Beta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |