1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Saab 99.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1968 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Delta | 99 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
