1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 34 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 326 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Bel Air | Delta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |