2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 244 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sportage | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
