1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 130 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
