1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 284 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 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
