Italy vs Italy — 1979 vs 1987
| Delta Integrale HF Integrale Evoluzione II | Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione II | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp | 215 hp |
| Torque | 231 lb-ft | 231 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,995 cc | 1,995 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7 sec | 5.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 137 mph | 137 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.1 sec | 14.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,954 lbs | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,480 mm | 2,480 mm |
| Length | 3,900 mm | 3,900 mm |
| Units Produced | — | 500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $120,000 | $200,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1979 Lancia Delta Integrale HF Integrale Evoluzione II brings stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 1987 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione II answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Lancia Delta Integrale. The 1979 and 1987 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1979 Lancia Delta Integrale HF Integrale Evoluzione II producing 215 hp and the 1987 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione II delivering 215 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lancia Delta Integrale uses a Inline-4 Turbo 16V displacing 1,995 cc, while the Lancia Delta HF Integrale relies on a Inline-4 Turbo DOHC 16V with 1,995 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1987 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione II edges ahead at 5.7 seconds versus 5.7 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1979 Lancia Delta Integrale HF Integrale Evoluzione II rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.