1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 28 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 837 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.
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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Delta | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
