2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos. 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 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Atos | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Atos | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
