2006 Honda Element vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 690 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Element | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
