2007 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2012 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Delta weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Rio | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
