1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 22 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
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, 2002 Mazda 2 (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
