1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1991 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1300 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 | 57 L |
