1975 Ford Capri vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Delta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
