2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Caterham | Lancia |
Model | 7 | Delta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |