1979 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 180 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 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
