1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 19 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 110 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | ZX | Beta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 51 L |
