1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 26 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 541 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
