1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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. Both 1980 Lancia Delta and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca are equipped with a 1,585 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 153 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Delta | Fusca |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |