1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 544 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Chante |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
