1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Delta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
