1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 436 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
