1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1982 Morgan 4
To start off, 1982 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Delta weights approximately 111 kg more than 1982 Morgan 4.
Because 1982 Morgan 4 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 1982 Morgan 4. 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, 1982 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1982 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morgan |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
