1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 605 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Altima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
