1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 487 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | 420G | Delta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
