1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Midge |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
