1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 28 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Exige |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2299 mm |
