1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daimler | Lancia |
| Model | DE 36 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2490 mm |
