1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 235 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 Porsche Boxster 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 2010 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
