1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 20 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Verada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
