1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 1989 Rover 216.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Delta | 216 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
