1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
