1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 282 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Delta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
