1990 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 1996 Proton Persona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 1996 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Lancia | Proton |
| Model | Delta | Persona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
