1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 507 kg more than 1980 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 Tribute (262 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
