1992 Lancia Delta vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Lancia Delta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Delta weights approximately 512 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Delta | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2190 mm |
