1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Falcon | Delta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |