1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
