1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 154 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
