1978 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 366 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Delta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |