1981 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 18 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 44 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
