1972 Audi Variant vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
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, 1984 Lancia Delta (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Variant | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
