1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 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 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Delta | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Delta | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |