1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 626 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
