1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 31 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 307 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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
