1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 35 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
