2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 28 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 366 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.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | FR-V | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
