1956 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2310 mm |
