1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 24 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Beta | Toledo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |