1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Abarth | Lancia |
Model | 1000 | Delta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |