1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 4 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
