1999 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 422 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
