1982 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 704 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
