2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 28 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | I-290 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
