1994 Citroen XM vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 21 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 587 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Beta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
