1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 361 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
