2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
