2003 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
