1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 1065 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 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Delta | Safari |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
