1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1969 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Riley |
| Model | Delta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
