1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
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 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
