1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 14 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Luce |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
