2004 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Delta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |