1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 525 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 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
