1995 Seat Toledo vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 15 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 24 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Toledo | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Seat | Lancia |
| Model | Toledo | Beta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
