2003 Acura RSX vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura RSX | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RSX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
