2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
