1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Seat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
