1998 Lancia Delta vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta.
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, 1998 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Delta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
