1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Lancia Delta.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Scorpio | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
