1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 6 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
