1991 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i40. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Delta | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Delta | i40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
