1950 Austin A135 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 48 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 688 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A135 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
