1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
