1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 424 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Lancia | Honda |
| Model | Delta | Element |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2576 mm |
