1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
