1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 106 kg more than 1969 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Skoda 110 L 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 1969 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 110 L. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1969 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Delta | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
