1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 19 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 1998 Proton 400 | |
Make | Lancia | Proton |
Model | Delta | 400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |