1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 103 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
