2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 25 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2005 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | HR-V | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
