1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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 26 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 35 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 (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (82 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
