1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lancia Beta (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
