1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
