1953 Jeep CJ vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jeep CJ weights approximately 206 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1953 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Jeep CJ 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 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ | Delta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
