1983 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
