1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Demio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
