2006 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
