1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 701 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 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 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
