1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
