1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1992 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1992 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1992 Lancia Delta.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1992 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfa 6 | Delta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |