2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
