2006 Acura TL vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 665 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
