1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 975 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 1957 Packard Patrician 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 1957 Packard Patrician. 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Lancia | Packard |
Model | Delta | Patrician |
Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |