1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 86 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
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 Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Beta | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Beta | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |