1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 31 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
