1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 254 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
