2004 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
