2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 26 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 897 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Liberty | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 59 L |
