1953 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2310 mm |
