2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
