1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
