1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 155 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
