1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Publica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
