1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 32 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
