1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 204 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1968 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | Dino | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
