1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Delta | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
