1978 Lancia Beta vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1978 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1970 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Cosmo (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2210 mm |