1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Rally Raid | Beta |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |