1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 537 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Ambassador | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
