1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 780 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Delta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
