1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Delta | FX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
