2006 Audi S4 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (165 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
