2001 Honda Insight vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 3 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 374 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Insight | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Insight | Delta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |