1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Delta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lancia Delta. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Sunbird | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
