1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 675 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Beta (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Chante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
