1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, both 1975 Lancia Beta and 1975 Mazda 929 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 929 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1975 Mazda 929 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 1975 Mazda 929. 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, 1975 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 929 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |