1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Beta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 34 L |
