1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 546 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Mazda | Lancia |
| Model | Chante | Beta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
