1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Aspen | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
