1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Delta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
