1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 24 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
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, 1981 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
