2007 Audi TT vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | TT | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
