1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Delta. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2480 mm |
