1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Delta | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 44 L |
