1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 14 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Prius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
