1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 26 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 747 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 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Delta | Actyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |