1959 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Appia | Delta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |