1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 352 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Delta | TT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2469 mm |
