1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Delta. (212 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lancia Delta. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Delta |
Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |