1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1975 Mazda 1000 and 1975 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 326 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mazda 1000 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 1000. 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 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 1975 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 1000 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Mazda | Lancia |
Model | 1000 | Beta |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |