1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 634 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
