1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2005 Toyota Allion 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, 2005 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Allion weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. 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, 2005 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2005 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1996 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1996 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2005 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Allion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
