1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 27 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 985 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 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
