1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 19 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 82 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |
