1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 90 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
