1999 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
