1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Delta | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
