1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 1800 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
