The vehicle is already quite a piece of work to begin with. From the factory, the machine came equipped with ALS (anti-lag system), basically known as a misfire system. The ALS system significantly retards ignition timing when the throttle is let off, igniting a delayed air/fuel mixture, keeping the turbocharger spooling. This essentially eliminates turbo lag and is still used to this day. Dieter's Delta features a Group A-spec Garrett/AiReseach T3 turbocharger good for 1.9 bar (28 psi) of boost pressure. The factory Weber-Marelli engine control unit was replaced by a full Motec stand-alone computer good for 361 hp at 6000 rpm and 348 ft-lbs of torque at 4500 rpm. The nitrous oxide system was still kept intact and tuned accordingly for when those desperate incidences for lower lap times emerge.
The suspension from the factory features a front independent MacPherson setup and the rear with an independent double transverse arms, evident of the FIA's enforcement in prohibiting overly designed radical suspension layouts. The Lancia Delta was known to provide great steering feedback to the driver due to its near perfect balance and quick response. Catering to his own driving needs, Dieter installed a BSS professional air ride suspension on adjustable Koni shocks and various Sparco chassis strengthening bars. A full Sparco rollcage further stiffened the creaking aged-old chassis, while providing protection in case of a rollover.
Despite already possessing a very capable brake setup from the factory, Dieter had his own list of modifications planned to improve the braking characteristics of the Lancia for more aggressive track use. Some 330mm AP Racing rotors and calipers from a Porsche 993 Turbo model were adopted while the rears received perforated EBC rotors with Ferodo DS2500 brake pads all around to assist the Michelin Pilot Sport compounds to a quick halt. Steel braided lines were thrown in to prevent slushy brake pedal feel and to prevent heated rubber line expansion during hard runs.
Ever since the Lancia hit the WRC scene, something phenomenal was in store for car enthusiasts across the world. It gave the Average Joe a chance to own a homologized race car and for people like Dieter to be able to mimic the legendary rally techniques accomplished by the team. The Lancia Delta Integrale is purely a European product, but for the right price, it can probably be sitting inside your American garage.
Specifications & Details
'90 Lancia Delta Integrale 16v
Engine
Inline 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter, 16-valve turbocharged
Engine Modifications
Fully rebuilt head assembly, high-lift/duration camshafts, adjustable cam gears, Magnecor spark plug wires, Samco hoses, fully blueprint/balanced bottom end, Mahle forged pistons, strengthened connecting rods, Group A-spec T3 turbocharger, Hormann intercooler piping, Forge intercooler, BMC air filter, Supersprint downpipe, custom exhaust, nitrous oxide injection, upgraded oil cooler
Engine Management
Motec system
Suspension
BSS air-ride suspension, Koni adjustable shocks, Sparco chassis strengthening bars
Wheels, Tires and Brakes
17" Compomotive TH2 rims, Michelin Pilot Sport 205/40-17, 3300mm AP Racing rotors (f), Porsche 993 Turbo calipers (f), EBC perforated rotors (r), Ferodo brake pads, steel braided brake lines
Exterior
Custom carbon-fiber hood, custom carbon-fiber side skirts, carbon-fiber EVO roof spoiler, Group A side mirrors, custom modified front bumper, custom modified rear bumper, debadged grille, Delta EVO wipers
Interior
Sparco Corsa bucket seats, Sparco rollcage, Sparco Monza steering wheel, Sparco sports pedals, Sparco shift knob, HF floormats, polyester door panels and carbon inserts
Thanks To
Kempower Motorsport and Gert for all of the body work