1989 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 232 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
