1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 850 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 48 L |
