1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
