1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula is newer by 26 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Beta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Formula |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
