1986 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 396 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX, 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, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | CX | Beta |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2310 mm |