2001 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
