1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 589 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 3-Litre | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
