2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Delta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |