1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Taunus | Delta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |