1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 716 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
