2007 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
