1988 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 535 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Delta | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
