1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 11 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 1990 Holden Barina 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. 1990 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Delta | Barina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2250 mm |
