1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 191 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 1600 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
