1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
