1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 323 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina.
Because 1971 Morris Marina 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 1971 Morris Marina. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Delta | Marina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
