1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
