2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Aveo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
