1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 90 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
