2007 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 24 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Delta. (250 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | S4 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
