1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1985 Seat Malaga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Seat Malaga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Seat Malaga (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Seat Malaga weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. 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, 1985 Seat Malaga (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Seat Malaga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
