1975 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 24 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 80 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
