1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | 1300 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
