1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Delta | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Delta | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |