1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 27 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 760 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Legend |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
