1988 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Beta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1979 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
