1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1987 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Lancia Delta (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Micra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
