1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 34 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 2 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |