2005 Honda Z vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Lancia Delta.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Z | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
