1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 494 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Delta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
