1970 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | 1300 | Delta |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 63.9 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |