2005 Audi S4 vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
