1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 848 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Delta | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
