1978 Citroen LN vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 326 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. 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, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | LN | Beta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |