1957 Ford Consul vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 211 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Delta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
