2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,930 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma.
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, 1995 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Shuma | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
