1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 188 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Citi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
