1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Altima |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
