1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Delta | 1400 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |