1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 21 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 121 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |