2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
