1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
