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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Megane (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 375 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, 2002 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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 | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
