1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 71 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Seat 124 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
