1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |
