2005 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Delta. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Legend | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
