2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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 1,492 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 383 kg more than 1984 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 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
