1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1965 Riley 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 1965 Riley 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1965 Riley 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Riley |
Model | Delta | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |