1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 861 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 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
