1992 Citroen BX vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 9 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 106 kg more than 1992 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | BX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
