1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 26 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 394 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Delta | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Delta | Meriva |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |