1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 274 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
