1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 291 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
