1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 149 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
