2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 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 Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
