1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
