1995 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
