1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Xedos |
| Model | Delta | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
