1985 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
