1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 385 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | Coupe | Delta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
