1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
