1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 239 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia Beta | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Leon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
