1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 23 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 255 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
