1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lancia |
| Model | Nazca | Delta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
