1995 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 16 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 435 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Delta | 159 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
