1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 25 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Town Car 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 2006 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Delta | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
Model | Delta | Town Car |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |