1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | Tribute |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |