1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 400 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 1979 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 61 L |
