1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Turbo De Tomaso | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
