1999 Lancia Delta vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Delta | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
