1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 30 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 203 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
