1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 990 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
