1996 Kia Avella vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Avella | Delta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
