1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 254 kg more 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1189 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
