1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Morgan 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 1985 Morgan 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Delta | 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |