1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lancia Delta | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Delta | Altea |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |