1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
