1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta and 1980 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Giulietta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
