1954 Buick 70 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1985 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | 70 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2480 mm |
