1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1961 Seat 1400 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
