1969 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. 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 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dart | Delta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
