2009 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 311 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
