1951 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Lancia Delta.
Because 1951 Buick 40 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 1951 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2010 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | 40 | Delta |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |