1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Proton Arena
To start off, 2010 Proton Arena 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Proton Arena.
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 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2010 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Delta | Arena |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
