1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 434 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | 356 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
