1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 721 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lancia Delta | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Delta | Leon |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |