2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1997 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Aveo | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
