1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 280 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 626 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |