1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
