2009 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Audi | Lancia |
| Model | A6 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
