2009 Lada Niva vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
