1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 715 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
