1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 1984 Lancia Beta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Beta | 2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
