1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Delta | Crown |
Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |