1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 24 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |
