1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 585 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
