1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 443 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
