1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
