1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 122 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 638 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Europa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
