1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1983 Lancia Delta and 1983 Ford Meteor 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 178 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. 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 Meteor. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor. 1983 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1983 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1983 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Delta | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
