2008 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Lancia Delta.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
