1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 405 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 1997 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Falcon | Delta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
