1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 929 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
