1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 25 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta. 2007 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1982 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1982 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
