1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Spider | Delta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |
