1983 Ford Orion vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1983 Ford Orion and 1983 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Orion | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Orion | Delta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
