1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 31 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 375 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2642 mm |
