1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Delta | Combo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |