1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 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 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 214 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 448 kg more than 1983 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Rally Raid | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1002 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 |
