1949 Austin 16 vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | 16 | Delta |
Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |