1991 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
