2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta. 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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Cee'd | Delta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
