1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 112 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.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
