2000 Infiniti I vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
| Model | I | Delta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
