1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
