1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Exige |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
