1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
