1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
