1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Lancia Beta | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Beta | 1430 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |