1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina 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 1972 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
