1988 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter 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 87 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 407 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
