2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 509 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
