1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,930 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lancia | Smart |
| Model | Delta | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1930 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
