1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 363 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.
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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
