1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 360 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
