2009 Honda Element vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 30 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 925 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
