1991 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
