1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1049 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.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Delta | A8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2992 mm |
