1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Dyane | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
