1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Morris Minor 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
