1976 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 715 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Torino | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Torino | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
