1994 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 406 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Delta | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
