1999 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
