1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1969 Riley 4 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 1969 Riley 4. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Riley |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
