1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 159 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
