1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Delta | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
