1970 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
