2001 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
