1972 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 35 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Lancia Beta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia Beta. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lancia Beta | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Beta | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |