1978 Austin Marina vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 368 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | Marina | Delta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |