1994 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (88 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
