1990 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 186 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, 1990 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | CX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
