1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 429 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Bel Air | Delta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2330 mm |
