1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Innocenti A 40 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 1964 Innocenti A 40. 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 (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti A 40 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
