1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2642 mm |
