1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 395 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 127 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
