1987 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 12 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |
