1981 Lada 1200 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lada 1200 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 1200 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |
