1950 Austin A135 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A135 | Delta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |