2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Osee | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Osee | Beta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |