1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Delta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 59 L |
