1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 114 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Beta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Luce | Beta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
