1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 9 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
