1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Skoda 440 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 1959 Skoda 440. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
