1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Toyota | Lancia |
| Model | Celica | Delta |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1956 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
