1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 34 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 985 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.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Delta | RX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
