1983 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 29 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 382 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.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
