1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 Willys-Overland Rural. 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 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Lancia | Willys-Overland |
Model | Delta | Rural |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |