2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (109 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
