1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 583 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 Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
