2007 Kia Optima vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Optima | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4260 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
