1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 670 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Delta | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |