1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Delta | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
