1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 92 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
