1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 181 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 Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
