1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Applause | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
