1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 59 L |
