1976 Seat 124 vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1982 Lancia Beta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Beta weights approximately 106 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Seat | Lancia |
| Model | 124 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
