1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 183 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
