1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 41 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.
Because 1999 Renault Spider 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 1999 Renault Spider. 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Delta | Spider |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |