1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 1984 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
