1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 32 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
