1985 Lancia Delta vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lancia Delta | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Delta | 109 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |