1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo 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 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Delta | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
