1945 Austin 16 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | 16 | Delta |
Year Released | 1945 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |