1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 25 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
