1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Beta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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, 2009 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Beta | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.4 mm |
| 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 | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
