2006 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 549 kg more than 1981 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 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
