1997 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Delta | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Delta | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
