1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1982 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1982 Opel Ascona (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
