2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
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 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 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 | 66 L | 45 L |
