1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. 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, 2002 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta. 2002 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1980 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2002 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Delta | A3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
