2000 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
