1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 36 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 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
