1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 33 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Beta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 66 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
