1982 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 132 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
