1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Delta | GTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
