1986 Audi 100 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
