1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | 62 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
