1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1973 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1973 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Seville | Beta |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |