1990 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Delta. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lancia Delta | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Delta | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2475 mm |
