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Lancia Delta Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1979–1994) — First Generation

The first-generation Lancia Delta is a compact five-door hatchback that pairs practical family packaging with Italian design. Here is what its engines and gearboxes mean for everyday driving, from town errands to longer motorway runs.

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Lancia Delta Engines and Transmissions

Each Lancia Delta engine drives the front wheels through a manual gearbox, a simple drivetrain that keeps the car light and easy to service. Gasoline versions such as the 1.3 MT and 1.5 MT suit city use, while the 1.9 MT diesel favours steady, economical cruising.

Mini 5-doors — Lancia Delta Engines and Transmissions

Mini 5-doors Lancia Delta Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.3 MTGasoline1301 cm³75 hp55 kW105 N⋅mManualFWD
1.5 MTGasoline1498 cm³85 hp63 kW123 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1585 cm³90 hp66 kW123 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1585 cm³105 hp77 kW136 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1585 cm³108 hp79 kW137 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1585 cm³130 hp96 kW191 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1585 cm³140 hp103 kW191 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1995 cm³165 hp121 kW285 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTGasoline1995 cm³185 hp136 kW304 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTGasoline1995 cm³200 hp147 kW298 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTGasoline1995 cm³210 hp154 kW300 N⋅mManualAWD
2.0 MTGasoline1995 cm³215 hp158 kW314 N⋅mManualAWD
1.9 MTDiesel1929 cm³80 hp59 kW172 N⋅mManualFWD

Lancia Delta Dimensions

Mini 5-doors — Lancia Delta Dimensions

Mini 5-doors Lancia Delta Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseGround clearance, minimum
1.3 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.5 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.6 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.6 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.6 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.6 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.6 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
2.0 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
2.0 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
2.0 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
2.0 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
2.0 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm
1.9 MT3900 mm1620 mm1380 mm2475 mm155 mm