2004 AC Aceca vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 24 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca 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 2004 AC Aceca. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
