1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1427 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 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Titan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 140 L |
