1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 9 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Rover 216.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | 216 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
