1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 365 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Abarth | Lancia |
| Model | 700 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
