2009 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
