1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Beta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 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, 1984 Lancia Beta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
