1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 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 (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 618 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
