1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
