1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
