1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 202 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |
