1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 490 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 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK IX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
