1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1992 Seat Marbella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2170 mm |
