1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Previa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |