1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Lancia Beta (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
