1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1977 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
