1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Elba | Delta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
