1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 14 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 (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lancia Delta | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lancia | Audi |
| Model | Delta | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
