1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta 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 82 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Beta | 323 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1070 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |