1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (251 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lancia Delta weights approximately 67 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
