1970 Honda Z vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 419 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Delta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
