1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1996 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1996 Lancia Delta and 1996 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta.

Because 1996 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (186 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lancia Delta 1996 Porsche 911
Make Lancia Porsche
Model Delta 911
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1998 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 89 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 540 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2280 mm


 

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