1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 227 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
