1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 565 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
