1991 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Delta. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Lancia | TVR |
| Model | Delta | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
