1987 Lada Samara vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Samara | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
