1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1980 Lancia Delta and 1980 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 1980 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Lancia | Holden |
Model | Delta | Commodore |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |