1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 436 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Delta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
