1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Avanti | Lancia |
| Model | Avanti | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
