1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 649 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2850 mm |
