1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 486 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
