1990 Holden Apollo 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 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Delta weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo.
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, 1990 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Apollo | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Apollo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
