1976 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Capri weights approximately 8 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Capri | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Capri | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
