1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1301 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
