1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 262 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Delta | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| 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 | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
