1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1360 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Delta | Transporter |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |