1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Delta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
