1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Elise |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
