2007 Opel GT vs. 2012 Lancia Delta

To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Opel GT.

Because 2007 Opel GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel GT.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel GT 2012 Lancia Delta
Make Opel Lancia
Model GT Delta
Year Released 2007 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 229 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 58 L


 

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