Designed by Giorgetto Giugaro, the Lancia Delta was unveiled in 1977. Its success was such that it was manufactured for 20 years. It came in the form of a compact 5-door hatchback. Front-wheel drive, transverse engine according to the great Italian classics, equipped with engines of 1,498 and 1,301 cm3 (derived from bases from the parent company Fiat). The powers were respectively 85 and 75 hp, later the 1,301 cm3 will increase to 78 hp. In 1987, Lancia introduced the Delta HF Integrale, which replaced the HF Turbo. It was built in 5000 copies to be homologated "race", but its success was such that 2500 more were manufactured. Two other models will follow: the Evoluzione 1 and the Evoluzione 2. The Delta HF differed from the Delta sedan by larger bumpers, an air intake on the hood, 4 powerful twin headlights, domed wings to allow for wider tires, etc. The Lancia Integrale won the World Rally Championships in 1988 and 1989. It was followed by the Integrale 16 V, and Evoluzione who also won a multitude of races.

 Specifications
Bodywork
Length: cm (in): 390 (153.5)
Width: cm (in): 177 (69.7)
Height: cm (in): 137 (53.9)
Wheelbase: cm (in): 248 (97.6)
Weight: kg (lb): 1305 (2880)
Mechanics.
Displacement: straight-four 1995 cc (122 cu in), front-mounted, turbocharged
Valve gear: 8
Fuel system: Weber-Marelli  injection
Gearbox: 5-speed manual
Driven wheels: four-wheel drive
Maximum power: 210 hp at 5250 rpm
Maximum torque: 294 Nm at 2750 rpm
Maximum speed: 212 km/h (132 mph)