1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1993 Morgan Plus 4 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 1993 Morgan Plus 4. 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, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lancia Delta | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Delta | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |