1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1000 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
