1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 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 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1900 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |
