1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
