1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1205 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 332 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 | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
