1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1976 Nissan Silvia 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 1976 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1976 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
