1988 Audi 200 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 8 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 200 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
