1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 930 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Delta | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
