1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Delta | Defender |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
