1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2000 Proton Saloon is newer by 20 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Proton Saloon.
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, 2000 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2000 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Delta | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
