1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
