2005 Honda Z vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Honda Z 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
