1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Sportut | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
