1984 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1996 Morgan Plus 4 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 1996 Morgan Plus 4. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Delta | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Delta | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |