1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2499 mm |
