1984 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 28 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Delta | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
