1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 377 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
