1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 22 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2270 mm |
