1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 23 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 90 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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lancia Beta | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Beta | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |