1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | 100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
