1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 133 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.
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 Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
