1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 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 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
