1966 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 514 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Consul 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Consul | Delta |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |