1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 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 118 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 331 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
