1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 409 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Prelude (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
