1983 Lada Niva vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lada Niva 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lada Niva | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Niva | Delta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |