1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Because 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Marcos 2 Litres (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Lancia | Marcos |
Model | Delta | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |