2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | FX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
