1981 Audi UR vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | UR | Delta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
