1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 257 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Zodiac | Delta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |