1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 16 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 155 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Delta | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2648 mm |
