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India
Italy
Area Comparison
Delhi is 1.2x larger than Rome
Population Comparison
Delhi has 5.9x more people than Rome
In terms of area, Delhi is 1.2x the size of Rome. Delhi spans 1,484 km² (573 mi²) while Rome covers 1,285 km² (496 mi²) — a difference of 199 km².
To put Delhi's size in perspective, its area of 1,484 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Rome at 1,285 km² is about 1.2x smaller than London.
India's capital territory and a historic city. Known as "Dilli", Delhi covers 1,484 km² with a population of 16.8 million. The city was founded around 1500 BC. Delhi is known for Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Delhi Metro.
Delhi has been continuously inhabited for over 3,000 years and served as capital for multiple empires
Italy's capital and a city of ancient history. Also known as "The Eternal City", Rome has an area of 1,285 km² and is home to 2.9 million people. The city dates back to 753 BC. Visitors come for Colosseum, Vatican City, Trevi Fountain, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Rome Metro.
Rome contains an entire independent country within its borders — Vatican City, the world's smallest state
Looking beyond city limits, the Delhi metropolitan area covers 46,208 km², which is 8.6x larger than greater Rome at 5,352 km². The Delhi metro area is also more populous, with 32.9 million people compared to 4.3 million.
Delhi has a population density of 11,314 people per km² — an extremely dense urban environment. Rome, with 2,233 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Delhi is dramatically more crowded, with 5.1x the population density.
This comparison spans continents — Delhi in Asia versus Rome in Europe. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Delhi has a humid subtropical climate while Rome experiences Mediterranean conditions. When it's noon in Delhi, it's 7.5:00 AM in Rome — a 4.5-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Delhi is 5.1x more densely populated
Time Difference
4.5 hours apart
History
Delhi is ~747 years older
The straight-line distance from Delhi to Rome is 5,902 km (3,667 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~7h 27m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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