1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1971 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 1800 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |
