1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
