1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 267 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 65 L |
