1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
