2008 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Audi | Lancia |
Model | A4 | Delta |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |