2004 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 136 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
