1981 Lada 1200 vs. 2012 Lancia Delta

To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 485 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 1981 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Lancia Delta
Make Lada Lancia
Model 1200 Delta
Year Released 1981 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 39 L 58 L


 

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