1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 1991 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 626 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 626 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |