1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 58 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Delta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 56 L |
