1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2737 mm |
