1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | LNA | Beta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
