1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 4 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1977 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Delta | Centura |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
