1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 317 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
