1990 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | 100 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
