1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1979 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | B3000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |