1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
