1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 202 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Delta | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Delta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |