1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 800 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 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
