1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Delta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1967 Ferrari Dino 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 1967 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Dino | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
