1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 634 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Seville | Beta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |