2009 Lada 111 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 111 (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 111 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2009 Lada 111 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 111 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 111 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
