1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 12 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
