1999 Lancia Delta vs. 1999 Lincoln Continental
To start off, both 1999 Lancia Delta and 1999 Lincoln Continental were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta. 1999 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Delta | 1999 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lancia | Lincoln |
Model | Delta | Continental |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |