1996 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 288 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lancia Delta | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Delta | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |