1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
