1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 347 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 Pontiac Vibe (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Delta | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 49 L |
