2000 Ford Ka vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Delta weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ka | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
