1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
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, 1977 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Beta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 88 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |