1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
