1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Delta | 120 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
