1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2610 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |