2010 Lancia Delta vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2010 Lancia Delta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2010 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Delta weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lancia Delta | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Delta | 155 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
