1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 114 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
