1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
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 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Delta | Indica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
