1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 27 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 384 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 2007 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
