1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor 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 138 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 472 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. 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 1965 Morris Minor. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
