2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 112 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | HR-V | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
