1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 815 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | Mark IV | Delta |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2480 mm |
