2005 Audi TT vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 104 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
