1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, both 1984 Lancia Delta and 1984 Maserati 228 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Maserati 228 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 1984 Maserati 228. 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 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Delta | 228 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
