1975 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
