1982 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | 75 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
