1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 241 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 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 Lancia 037 Rallye. 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 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
