1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corolla 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 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
