1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 88 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 616 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |