1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 1979 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Delta | Silvia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |