2005 Audi A2 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A2 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
