2007 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Delta (212 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Lancia Delta (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1993 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
