1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Micra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 46 L |
