1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 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 51 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
