1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Delta | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4138 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
