1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
