1999 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
