1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 55 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
