1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 370 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 1980 Ferrari 208 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 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 208 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
