1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (148 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1998 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1400 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
