1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 316 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | i20 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
