2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Matiz | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
