2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 66 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 456 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Prelude | Delta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
