1970 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Delta. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lancia |
| Model | GTO | Delta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6548 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
