1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
