1953 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 56 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 235 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta.
Because 1953 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
