1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 541 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Traviq |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
