1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 31 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Delta | 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Delta | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
