1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Giulietta | Delta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |