1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1985 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1985 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1985 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 1500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
