2000 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Aceca | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
