1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, both 1979 Lancia Delta and 1979 Triumph Dolomite were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1979 Triumph Dolomite 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 1979 Triumph Dolomite. 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 (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1979 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Delta | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
