1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 464 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 2005 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |