1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
Because 1958 MG MGA 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 1958 MG MGA. 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, 1958 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Delta | MGA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
