1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Starlet 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 50 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
