1995 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 183 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
