1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Camaro | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
