2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (157 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | SSR | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
